BOJ estimates $6bln annual gain from faster ETF sales, finance minister says
you are currently viewing:BOJ estimates $6bln annual gain from faster ETF sales, finance minister saysNovember 9, 2026-The BOJ decided on October 30 to increase annual sales of its ETF holdings to 860 billion yen
Katayama's remarks come after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unveiled plans last week to tap proceeds from the BOJ's ETF sales to fund investment in areas deemed vital to Japan's economic security, as the government seeks new revenue sources without relying excessively on debt issuance. The BOJ decided on October 30 to increase annual sales of its ETF holdings to 860 billion yen from 330 billion yen on a book-value basis. A portion of net profit the central bank reaps each year, including from the ETF sales, is paid to state coffers. Source: zawya.com |
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